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About this home
Beautifully remodeled and move-in ready, this light-filled top-floor, penthouse-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers easy single-level living in desirable Palo Alto. With only two units on this floor and no shared walls, it delivers exceptional privacy in a quiet, secure building. The flat, spacious layout features a generous primary bedroom with walk-in closet, in-unit laundry, and storage that is rare in condo living. Two dedicated garage spaces connect directly to the unit by elevator, and a large private veranda across the hall feels like your own outdoor retreat ideal for entertaining or unwinding. Ideally located minutes from Stanford University and major Silicon Valley employers including Google, Apple, and Meta, with quick freeway access, walkable or bikeable shopping and dining, and Palo Alto Unified schools including Juana Briones Elementary, Ellen Fletcher Middle, and Henry M. Gunn High. A rare top-floor offering in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after cities.
Nice single-story condo located on the third floor. Nice and spacious floor plan lots of windows no adjoining walls with other units. Small balcony off living room. Inside laundry. Community parking garage, underneath complex.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Charleston Meadow, located between El Camino Real and San Antonio Road, is a residential and park-adjacent Palo Alto neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and leafy, low-traffic streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Charleston Road and Middlefield Road corridor, where bike lanes, school drop-offs, and a steady stream of walkers set the daily rhythm. Eichler-style lines and updated California ranches sit behind mature trees, with a calm, open feel near the greenbelt edges. Mitchell Park’s lawns, courts, and library complex shape the local routine. The Palo Alto Art Center adds a studio-and-gallery note to the landscape. A short roll away, the California Avenue district brings independent cafes and small shops into the mix.
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Offer insights
496 West Charleston Rd #302 · $1,485,000
$1.49M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.49M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
35 days
The average home goes pending in 46 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.3%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Skylights
Elevator/Lift
Walk-in closet
Updated bathrooms
Bedrooms
Walk-in closet
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Shower over tub (one)
Skylight in bathroom
Tile finishes
Kitchen
Quartz countertops
Exhaust fan
Electric oven/range
Hood over range
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry room inside unit
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl/Linoleum
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Individual room controls
Exterior features
Community security gate
Lighted parking area
Home design
Condominium
Single-story unit
No shared/common walls with neighbors
Parking
Covered parking
Two garage spaces
Electric gate for parking
Security
Community security gate
Construction
Tar and gravel roof
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Built as part of an 8-building community
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Public utilities available
HOA & community
Monthly HOA fee of $806
HOA fee includes water
Community elevator
Community has 8 units total
Other
Condominium ownership
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 496 West Charleston Rd #302
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82051343
Sep 18, 2026
Listed
$1,485,000
$1,060/sq ft
+34
Beautifully remodeled and move-in ready, this light-filled top-floor, penthouse-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers easy single-level living in desirable Palo Alto. With only two units on this floor and no shared walls, it delivers exceptional privacy in a quiet, secure building. The flat, spacious layout features a generous primary bedroom with walk-in closet, in-unit laundry, and storage that is rare in condo living. Two dedicated garage spaces connect directly to the unit by elevator, and a large private veranda across the hall feels like your own outdoor retreat ideal for entertaining or unwinding. Ideally located minutes from Stanford University and major Silicon Valley employers including Google, Apple, and Meta, with quick freeway access, walkable or bikeable shopping and dining, and Palo Alto Unified schools including Juana Briones Elementary, Ellen Fletcher Middle, and Henry M. Gunn High. A rare top-floor offering in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after cities.
MLSListings #ML82000424
Jun 6, 2025
Sold
$1,414,000
$1,009/sq ft
May 8, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2025
Listed
$1,397,000
$997/sq ft
Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse-level condo, perfectly nestled in a quiet and secure building. Only two units are on the same floor, and there are no shared walls with other units, ensuring privacy and tranquility. This flat, single-story, big-sized unit offers a bright and airy living space. It features a spacious master bedroom with a walk-in closet, side-by-side washer and dryer, and extra-large storage rooms. Enjoy the convenience of two dedicated parking spots in the secure garage, directly accessible by elevator. One of the condo's outstanding features is the huge patio across the hall, like your own private yard! Whether you want to host gatherings, feel the city, or simply unwind, this space offers endless possibilities. Minutes to Stanford University, Close to major tech companies (Google, Facebook, Apple, etc. ) Top-rated public schools nearby, Juana Briones Elementary, Ellen Fletcher Middle, Henry M. Gunn High School Walking distance to shopping centers and a variety of restaurants This home is perfect for families with kids, professionals working nearby, or seniors seeking a comfortable, convenient lifestyle. It also makes an excellent investment opportunity in one of the most desirable areas! Schedule a showing today!
MLSListings #ML81686986
Dec 29, 2017
Sold
$1,461,000
$1,043/sq ft
Dec 20, 2017
Pending
—
Dec 13, 2017
Listed
$1,399,000
$999/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,212 (+3.0%)
$721,140 + $721,140
$1,442,280
2024
$16,710 (+1.8%)
$675,000 + $675,000
$1,350,000
2023
$16,419 (+7.9%)
$670,000 + $670,000
$1,340,000
2022
$15,223 (−5.2%)
$655,000 + $655,000
$1,310,000
2021
$16,050 (−1.6%)
$783,242 + $783,242
$1,566,484
2020
$16,315 (−2.2%)
$635,500 + $635,600
$1,271,100
2019
$16,675 (−7.4%)
$657,500 + $657,500
$1,315,000
2018
$18,016 (+277.4%)
$745,110 + $745,110
$1,490,220
2017
$4,773 (+2.8%)
$65,956 + $263,876
$329,832
2016
$4,643 (+1.1%)
$65,956 + $263,876
$329,832
2015
$4,592 (+4.1%)
$64,663 + $258,702
$323,365
2014
$4,413 (+2.0%)
$62,445 + $249,826
$312,271
2012
$4,328 (+6.1%)
$62,163 + $248,697
$310,860
2011
$4,080
$60,945 + $243,821
$304,766
2010
$4,080 (+3.3%)
$59,750 + $239,041
$298,791
2009
$3,948 (+4.7%)
$59,304 + $237,255
$296,559
2008
$3,773
$58,280 + $233,156
$291,436
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1985
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,401
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,401
Year built
1985
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Santa Clara County
APN
13261007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
RM-30
Medium Density Multiple-Family Residence District
The RM-30 medium density multiple-family residence district is intended to create, preserve and enhance neighborhoods for multiple-family housing with site development standards and visual characteristics intended to mitigate impacts on nearby lower density residential districts. Projects at this density are intended for larger parcels that will enable developments to provide their own parking spaces and to meet their open space needs in the form of garden apartments or cluster developments. Permitted densities in the RM-30 residence district range from 16 to 30 du per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Palo Alto, CA • 94306
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Palo Alto. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
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JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 496 West Charleston Rd #302
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $940,000 and $1,500,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $940K to $1.5M.